Senior Solicitor

About this role

About the role: 

The Senior Solicitor role will provide timely legal advice and prepare high quality contracts and other legal documents including bespoke procurement agreements. You will be required to provide legal advice to internal stakeholders within the department on a broad variety of commercial and corporate issues that arise in the health space.

The role will provide accurate, timely and practical legal advice on a variety of legal matters from hospitals & health services, primary & community health, mental health, public health, alcohol & drugs, and ageing & aged care portfolios and projects including strategic priorities for the department.  You will also be required to manage pre-litigation disputes (such as IT disputes) and oversee employment matters.

About us: 

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.  

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. 

About you:

• An experienced commercial lawyer interested in working in a dynamic and challenging, but supportive, work environment.
• Client and outcomes focussed and committed to excellence.
• Minimum of 5 years' post admission experience is preferable.
• Experience in Government law.
• Experience with ICT contracts.

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. 

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.